With the warmer weather here, Parkinson’s disease doesn’t need to keep you inside out of the sunshine.
Here are some exercise options to try:
- Walk, run or hike. This helps increase your aerobic work. Challenge yourself by walking up small hills or increasing your speed. Use a set of walking poles if you feel you need a little more stability.
- Outdoor yoga or tai chi. This activity is great for balance and coordination. Try a beginner’s class to get the hang of it. Keep a chair next to you for balance if you feel you need it.
- Golfing. Load up your clubs and head to the golf course. Golfing can help you build your endurance, coordination, flexibility and stamina.
- Gardening. It’s time to plant those flowers and vegetables. Gardening works on balance and walking on uneven surfaces. Use a walking stick if you feel you need more stability walking on the grass. You can use raised garden beds if you don’t feel safe getting on the ground in a comfortable kneeling position.
Getting outside and smelling the fresh air and sunshine does wonders for the mind and body. Enjoy!